Hypertension, better known as high blood pressure, can lead to serious complications if not treated early. Keep reading to learn about some lesser known complications that can give you a clue you need medical attention.
Stress can be a good thing, protecting you from a dangerous situation, but too much stress can have a negative impact on your body, including your vascular health. Learn more about the link here.
Heart disease and its complications present differently in women than in men. Learn how women can take charge of their heart health by understanding their condition and implementing prevention strategies.
Varicose veins are definitely unsightly, but did you know they put your health at risk? Keep reading to learn why varicose veins are more than just a cosmetic concern.
If you’re experiencing symptoms that might indicate a heart problem, your doctor may order a stress test. Keep reading to learn the reasons behind such a test, as well as what each type of test can show.
If you’re experiencing chronic leg pain, but you know you haven’t injured yourself, you may be having a circulatory system issue. Keep reading to learn about circulatory system problems that lead to leg pain.
Hypertension is a “silent killer,” often producing no symptoms until it’s damaged your body. There are, however, some subtle signs that may indicate you have a problem. Learn about them here.
If you’re having symptoms of heart disease, your doctor may order nuclear stress testing to determine your heart function. Here’s what the test can show and what it means for you.
One cholesterol molecule is not the same as another cholesterol molecule. Do you know the different types and what they do? Learn all about the different types of cholesterol here.
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious condition that can lead to a number of other health problems, even death. Learn how eating a poor diet can contribute to this silent killer.
If you feel a throbbing sensation in your veins, you may wonder if you need medical attention, or if it will go away on its own. Keep reading to learn when and why your throbbing veins need medical attention.
There are many causes of hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, and most of them are linked to lifestyle factors over which you have control. Keep reading to learn about what causes hypertension and what you can do to prevent it.
Atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heartbeat that leads to oxygen deprivation in the tissues and shortness of breath. Learn about the connection here.
If you’re at risk for hypertension, or if you’ve already been diagnosed with high blood pressure, there are lifestyle changes you can make to manage the condition. Get the scoop here.
An EKG is a fast and painless test to diagnose cardiac and other circulatory system problems. Keep reading to learn what you can expect when you come in for an EKG.
Chest pain is probably the most well-known sign of a heart attack, but that’s not the only cause. Here’s a quick review of some of the most common causes and what to do if you have chest pain.
